Defender LTX M/S2 TIRE REVIEW
There are 428 reviews for the Defender LTX M/S2
Rating Snapshot
When asked, 90% of reviewers recommend this tire
Review Summary
The Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 tires are praised for their excellent traction, handling, and stability in various weather and road conditions. Customers report a smooth, comfortable, and quiet ride with minimal road noise. The tires are also known for their impressive tread life and durability, with some users reporting over 90,000 miles of use before needing replacement. While a few customers experienced issues like vibration, noise, and shorter than expected tread life, the majority of reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with many stating they would purchase these tires again.
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1-10 on 428 reviews
Not impressed
Tires cause vibration in yukon xl
One Tough Tire Defender LTX2
Michelin Defenders LTX are a great long lasting tire .I got 73,000 miles on my last set and tires were not worn out yet.I bought a new set of Defenders LTX2 just recently and are rated for 80,000 miles.They are great tires.
update
3 tires replaced rides smooth now always had good service with Michelin tires
One heck of a fantastic tire!
Mitch defender LTX MS2 A 75000 mile warranty. WOW!! The tread dept is totally awesome....The old bias ply L series tire is where you might come close to this tread depth. Instantly noticed a smoother ride and a lot more stability. Railroad tracks were lots better. Stopping distance is much shorter than with my previous tires.
Très satisfait!
Mes pneus Michelin Defender m’ont vraiment impressionné. Le roulement est silencieux, ce qui rend la conduite beaucoup plus agréable, surtout sur de longues distances. L’adhérence est excellente, que ce soit sur route sèche ou mouillée. On sent clairement la qualité de fabrication et la durabilité du produit. En plus, ils offrent une bonne stabilité et une tenue de route. Franchement, un excellent choix pour ceux qui recherchent confort, sécurité et performance au quotidien.
Not happy
Not happy with these tires way too much weight they use 5 1/2 half ounces or more. Took it back they just moved them from the inside. The inside rim truck has a vibration now it didn’t help by moving the weights to a different place from the inside rim to the outside would not recommend this tire vibration of seats are shaking was not like this before about the tires had original tires bought the truck new Has never been wrecked. Wheels are not bent just poor quality tire they’re telling me this is normal.
We’re sorry to hear that you’re unhappy with your Defender LTX M/S2 tires and the vibration you’re experiencing. Vibration concerns can sometimes be related to factors such as mounting, balancing or vehicle fitment, which is why we recommend having an authorized Michelin retailer perform a thorough inspection. If the issue continues, our Consumer Care team would be glad to review this further with you. Please contact us at 866‑866‑6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).
michelinman.com
April 20, 2026
Too much vibration
A lot of vibration
Hi Marty, we are sorry to hear about the vibration you are experiencing with your Defender LTX M/S2 tires. We recommend visiting an authorized Michelin retailer so the tires and vehicle can be inspected and balanced. If you’d like additional assistance, our Consumer Care team is also available at 866‑866‑6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).
michelinman.com
April 20, 2026
Not worth the money
Was excited to try out some Michelin tires on my Yukon. Went for an oil change and a tire rotation other day, mechanic told me he couldn’t rotate them because they were completely wore out!!! And it would not pass MVI!!! I went with the defenders because it had the best rating, unfortunately for the amount of money I paid I got half the life span out of them compared to the Bridgestone I had on it before, sometimes the reviews get it wrong, definitely did in my case, they were wore out after a year with next to no mileage and would not keep air.
Lou, We’re sorry to hear about your experience with your Defender LTX M/S2 tires and appreciate you sharing this feedback. We recommend visiting an authorized tire dealer for an inspection, and our Consumer Care team can review next steps with you based on those findings. Please contact us at 888-871-4444 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).
Michelin North America, Inc.
April 17, 2026
Michelin Defender = Great Tire
Michelin is just an overall great tire. I put these on after the tread wore out on my previous Michelin Defender tires.
Their Michelin's Great tire as always expected
Their Michelin's Great tire as always expected. Round, Quiet, Great Ride unlike any other stoned brands Fred would make